Terrific Top: Erin Lace Dip Dye Top from Pop Couture

Dip dye is one of the trends for Spring/Summer 2013, taking its inspiration from the tie dye fashions of the 60's hippy era - but with more taste and style!  Combine an oversized vest top with lots of jewellery, scarves and denim for a fab festival look or go for something more refined that can be combined with heels and glamorous makeup for an evening out.

I think that this blue and white dip dye Erin top from Pop Couture fits into the latter category.  It combines some of my favourite features - lace, a Peter Pan collar and a fabulous shade of blue.  It could be worn with a sleek pencil skirt and stilettos and look elegant, sophisticated and chic.  It's available in sizes S - L and is £17.  And until 30th April, there's 30% off £35 spends at Pop Couture with the code AWAPR13 so it could be worth stocking up with a few savvy priced, up-to-the-minute pieces!

Edited to add: there's a new 30% off code for May - as ever, check my page for the latest voucher codes!

Delightful Dress: Blue Tie Dye Jersey Maxi Dress from Fashion Union

Bodycon dresses can look simply stunning, or make a person look a bit lumpy and bumpy depending on one's shape and the style of dress chosen.  I am always a little wary of them as I don't really have the nerve to pull them off.  However, they can suit most shapes - it's just a matter of choosing wisely, accentuating one's best assets and then having the confidence to pull it off.  There's also shapewear available, if needs be!  Body con dresses can also be incredibly chic and part of a smart look when teamed with complementary pieces such as a blazer, heels and simple, pretty jewellery.

I love this reasonably priced blue and white tie dye dress from Fashion Union, available in sizes 8 - 14 for £18.  Tie dye is very contemporary at the moment and I like the fact that this pattern develops the trend in a subtle and sophisticated way.  The midi length is perfect, meaning that there will be no need to keep tugging down the hem - and likewise, the high chest means that nothing will fall out on top!  And yet, that sexy silhouette can still be maintained through the shape of the dress.